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Philmont Country Club, nestled in the historic community of Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania, is a premier private club with a rich tradition spanning over a century. Renowned for its classic architecture and beautifully landscaped grounds, the club offers an exceptional 18-hole golf course that appeals to golfers of all skill levels. In addition to golf, Philmont Country Club caters to a vibrant community of members with diverse interests through a year-round calendar filled with social events, instructional programs, and recreational activities. Members can indulge in exceptional dining experiences at the newly-renovated 1906 Grille and Pub, with options for both indoor and al fresco dining on a charming stone patio. The club also boasts a luxurious Olympic-sized swimming pool equipped with updated lounge chairs and a full-service grille for casual poolside dining. Tennis enthusiasts are well served by the club's extensive tennis facilities, featuring 10 Har-Tru outdoor courts and 3 indoor courts, accommodating players of all levels through a variety of programs. Philmont Country Club is currently seeking a motivated and experienced Catering Sales Manager to join their dedicated team on a full-time basis. The position offers a competitive annual salary ranging between $45,000 and $50,000. The Catering Sales Manager plays a pivotal role in directing the club's Catering department with responsibilities that include strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and actively seeking new business opportunities while nurturing relationships with existing clients. This leadership role involves the maximization of revenue and efficient management of catering expenses through tactical negotiations and accurate forecasting. A key aspect of the role is promoting the club's banquet and catering services, which include a broad spectrum of internal and external events such as seminars, wedding receptions, bar and bat mitzvahs, rehearsal dinners, luncheons, golf tournaments, holiday parties, and other special member events. The manager is charged with cultivating relationships with members, individuals, and corporate clients to foster repeat business as well as to prospect for fresh clientele. Engaging with the community through local bridal shows and public events forms a crucial part of this outreach effort, thereby elevating the club's profile as a premier venue for weddings and other social gatherings. The Catering Sales Manager works closely with the Executive Chef to tailor custom menus that meet clients' unique requirements. Collaboration with the club's management team ensures seamless communication and coordination in preparing for upcoming events, guaranteeing every occasion meets the club's high standards of excellence. This role demands creativity and the ability to bring imagination into each event, overseeing all facets from initial inquiry to event execution while ensuring client satisfaction at every step. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing sales processes, responding to client inquiries, conducting site visits, negotiating proposals and contracts, and supervising catering staff to ensure the perfect execution of banquet services. Generating business through a proactive approach and maintaining comprehensive records form the foundation of the manager's duties. Weekly and monthly forecasting of sales and catering bookings will be essential to align operational and financial goals with the club’s objectives. The position also involves active participation in staff meetings and other club events as needed, maintaining a strong presence within the club community and progressing the catering department's success. This comprehensive role requires not only strong organizational skills and technical proficiency in software like Microsoft Word and Excel but also an outgoing, high-energy personality capable of building lasting client relationships and driving sales growth. With the support of a historic and prestigious club setting, the Catering Sales Manager has the opportunity to thrive professionally and contribute to the continued excellence and reputation of Philmont Country Club.

• Two years experience in catering sales
• Solid understanding of banquet revenue generation
• Proven track record of sales performance
• Knowledge of social etiquette
• Creative menu development skills
• High energy outgoing personality
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong technical literacy including Microsoft Word and Excel